Thickener
Biosaccharide Gum-1
A fermentation-derived polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabilizer, popular in "clean" gel and serum formulas.
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✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Biosaccharide Gum-1 is a polysaccharide produced via fermentation, used in cosmetics as a thickener and stabilizer favored in naturally derived formulations.
Used in gels and serums to build a smooth, stable texture, often in formulas marketed as naturally sourced.
Key Benefits
Effective natural thickening
Helps formulas achieve a smooth, gel-like consistency.
Suitable for
Main Actions
When it may be insufficient
It has no direct skincare benefit of its own — its role is entirely about formula texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Biosaccharide Gum-1 do for skin?
Used in gels and serums to build a smooth, stable texture, often in formulas marketed as naturally sourced.
Who should use Biosaccharide Gum-1?
Biosaccharide Gum-1 is suitable for: all skin types — a formulation aid, not a direct active.
Are there any warnings about Biosaccharide Gum-1?
It has no direct skincare benefit of its own — its role is entirely about formula texture.
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